2025 Summer Internships The Kauffman Foundation Internship Program engages post-secondary students in a paid summer internship experience with meaningful project work and professional development from June 2 to July 25, 2025. These opportunities are open to all students who reside in Kansas or Missouri, have completed high school, and are currently pursuing credentials, certificates, undergraduate, and/or graduate programs. […]
Countdown: A year of renewed commitment December 13, 2024 Revisit the progress and pace of this momentous year as the Foundation updated strategic priorities, launched a refreshed grantmaking philosophy, and renewed its commitment to Kansas City.
Donell Hammond promoted to Chief Information Technology Officer December 12, 2024 Hammond’s work focuses on the seamless integration of technology to enhance the Foundation’s efforts to increase access and opportunities for communities locally and nationwide.
‘You are making a difference’ December 3, 2024 Joyce Abbott, educator, veteran, and inspiration behind hit TV series, “Abbott Elementary” addresses educators of color in Kansas City.
Evaluation Our approach to evaluation We take a rigorous, results-driven approach to evaluation, using both quantitative and qualitative approaches to assess the impact of our initiatives. Evaluation is more than just tracking outcomes; it is also about understanding the processes that lead to success – or areas for improvement. This intentional approach allows us to gain […]
Learning Our approach to learning We believe a culture of continuous learning is essential to identifying innovative ideas that support solutions designed to improve economic mobility for all. Through intentional knowledge sharing, reflection, and capacity-building efforts, we support Foundation associates, our grantees, and other organizations to evolve, adapt, and maximize impact. Learning isn’t just about gathering […]
Research Our approach to research Research is the foundation of our grantmaking strategy and provides the framework for our evaluation and learning processes. Our research helps ensure that the Foundation’s investments are rooted in a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by the individuals, organizations, and communities we serve. By identifying key areas of […]
Verenice Chavoya-Perez Verenice Chavoya-Perez is a senior evaluation and learning officer in Research, Learning, and Evaluation for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she operationalizes evaluation and learning-related initiatives. Prior to joining the Kauffman Foundation, Chavoya-Perez was a senior associate and staff development manager with Social Policy Research Associates where her work centered on evaluations of policy […]
Finance Supervisor Department: Finance & Grants AdministrationReports to: Director of Financial ReportingPosition type: Regular, ExemptDate: November 2024 Responsibilities Reporting to the director of financial reporting and working collaboratively with other Foundation staff, the finance supervisor will be responsible for providing direction and management of the accounts payable and tax administration functions, including supervising two team members. The […]
55 organizations awarded Capacity Building grants November 11, 2024 Funds seek to advance the growth of organizations driving college access and completion, workforce and career development, and entrepreneurship.